There have been no updates on the condition of a Webster Parish deputy sheriff who was struck by a vehicle Tuesday evening around 7 p.m. while directing traffic on U.S. Hwy. 371 north of Dixie Inn near the Whispering Pines church.

Sheriff Jason Parker said the deputy, whose name is being withheld at this time, was assisting with removal of a stalled vehicle and had nearly completed the task when he was hit.

“They were in the process of wrapping up and were about to leave when the vehicle sideswiped the deputy’s vehicle and then hit him,” Parker said. “The driver said he saw the lights but did not see the deputy standing there.”

Parker said accidents such as this can be avoided if drivers will remember a simple rule.

“When you see blue lights flashing, slow down and move over if possible,” the Sheriff said. “If there is approaching traffic and it’s not possible to move over, then slowly brake to a stop and yield to the emergency lights.”

Parker said the deputy was believed to be in serious condition, but was alert and talking when emergency medical personnel arrived. He was transported to a Shreveport hospital where doctors reportedly are awaiting results of X-rays and an MRI.

More information on the incident will be provided as it is released.